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2023 5 Peaks Trail Running Series: Chickakoo

Saturday, August 26th, 2023

The fourth race of the Northern Alberta series is located in Chickakoo Lake Recreation Area, in Parkland County approximately 30 minutes west of Edmonton.

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Registration fees

Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees

Sport Course Closed

Online registration closed

    1. $60.00
      Sep. 21 – Oct. 31
    2. $65.00
      Nov. 1 – Dec. 14
    3. $75.00

      Early Bird Price

      Dec. 15 – Feb. 28
    4. $80.00

      Regular Price

      Mar. 1 – Aug. 18
    5. $85.00

      Race Week Price

      Aug. 19 – Aug. 25
    6. $100.00

      Race Day (Cash Only)

      Aug. 26 – Aug. 26

Enduro Course Closed

Online registration closed

    1. $60.00
      Sep. 21 – Oct. 31
    2. $65.00
      Nov. 1 – Dec. 14
    3. $75.00

      Early Bird Price

      Dec. 15 – Feb. 28
    4. $80.00

      Regular Price

      Mar. 1 – Aug. 18
    5. $85.00

      Race Week Price

      Aug. 19 – Aug. 25
    6. $100.00

      Race Day (Cash Only)

      Aug. 26 – Aug. 26

3K Kids Timed Event Closed

  1. $25.00
    Sep. 21 - Aug. 26

Event schedule

  • Sat., August 26, 2023 8:30 a.m. - On-site Packet Pickup
  • Sat., August 26, 2023 9:00 a.m. - Sherri’s Back-Of-The-Pack Sport Start
  • Sat., August 26, 2023 9:15 a.m. - 3K Kid's Run Start
  • Sat., August 26, 2023 9:35 a.m. - 1K Kid's Run Start
  • Sat., August 26, 2023 10:00 a.m. - Enduro - Self Seeded Waves
  • Sat., August 26, 2023 10:15 a.m. - Sport - Self Seeded Waves
  • Sat., August 26, 2023 11:00 a.m. - Post Race Food
  • Sat., August 26, 2023 11:30 a.m. - Awards

Course Descriptions, Distances and Maps

The Chickakoo race is known for grinding hill climbs, technical singletrack, steep downhills, and fast hard pack sections. The start/finish is located at the main parking lot and runners quickly make their way deep into the park and through the singletrack. Towards the end of the race, runners are treated to fantastic views from the top of the ridge at the last hill climb before descending back to the start/finish. The sport course covers approximately 7 km. The enduro course is a single loop and covers 14 km of challenging terrain.

Chickakoo offers 480 acres of scenic mix of woods and lakes that attracts a diversity of birds and other wildlife such as moose, deer, beavers, and more. It is a popular destination for runners, hikers, cyclists, and horseback riders in summer and is groomed for cross country skiers in winter.

Race Distances & Maps:

Click on the links below for maps, elevation gain and loss, and aid station locations.


Kid's Run - 1 km

Kid's Run 3 km

Sport - 7.2 km

Enduro - 14.1 km


Race distances and maps are subject to change based on trail conditions up to the day of the race.

Important Notes

In the interest of racer safety and because of the size of our attendance and the technicality of our course, please do not bring the following on the race course:

No dogs
No headphones
No strollers or baby joggers
No nordic walking poles

Washrooms: Are available at Start/Finish (Boat Launch) and the Main Parking Lot.

Spectators: Spectators Welcome...best viewing from start/finish area.

Parking: Parking is limited at Chickakoo. Please follow the parking attendant's direction and be prepared to park in the Equestrian Parking Lot and walk to the start/finish area.

Awards & Prizes: The awards ceremony will be held following the completion of all competitors. Awards are given to the top three male and female finishers in each age category in all distances, as well as the top three male and female finishers overall. All awards must be picked up at the race and will not be mailed.


We are proudly a cup-free event: For all races and events, please bring your own reusable cup/container. Thank you for being part of our commitment to the environment!

Volunteer with us!

Are you interested in volunteering at this event? Click the link below to sign-up to volunteer:


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If you have any questions about volunteering with this event, please contact: deb@5peaks.com

Fee Notes

1. All prices listed above are subject to sales tax. 5% GST in BC and Alberta and 13% HST in Ontario

2. An online processing fee will be applied to your registration into this event.

3. All funds payable in Canadian Dollars.

4. VISA, MC, Amex, and Discover Card accepted.

5. Your credit card statement will show a charge from Race Roster or Fast North Corp for your online registration into this event.

Contact information

Event contact
5 Peaks Trail Running Series
Email
houda@5peaks.com